Into the Thicket
Synopsis
Inspired by a true story, Into the Thicket begins with the moment the author’s young son discovered an injured baby rabbit — an encounter that sparked a heartfelt journey of care and connection. This tender picture book follows a boy and the rabbit he hopes to help, gently exploring themes of compassion, courage, love, and the bittersweet beauty of letting go. It invites young readers to develop empathy and a deeper appreciation for the natural world, showing how even the smallest acts of kindness can ripple through a great, big world. Featuring stunning watercolor illustrations by acclaimed Ann Arbor artist John Megahan, Into the Thicket is a story families will return to again and again. USE PROMO CODE INTRO FOR $5 off at BookBaby
Book info
Publisher:
Independently published
Release date:
2025-08-21
Book category
Picture books
Language:
English
ISBN:
9798990747807
About Gail Kuhnlein
Gail Kuhnlein is “as happy as a lark” to publish her first children’s picture book, How Happy Is a Lark? She’s been writing stories since she was young. She’s just as excited about her new picture book, Into the Thicket, summarized on the books page. Gail majored in journalism and public relations at Michigan State University. She worked in the field for over 30 years, most recently at the University of Michigan’s Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. People she met at UM were instrumental in publishing her picture books, a long-awaited dream come true. She savors life with her husband, Tim, just outside Ann Arbor, Michigan. They adore their two adult sons, Davey and Trevor and bunk with the sweetest kitties in the galaxy.
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